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Vagabond Experiences presents,

Into The Wild (Monsoon trek to Garbett Plateau)

Garbett Plateau is one of the most scenic treks in all of Maharashtra. Although it is situated close to Matheran, it has still survived commercialization. Escape the city and head into the serenity of the hills as we walk along the Dhom lake and tread through rustic villages on this trek. The lush green beauty of the Sahyadris is seen only in the monsoons making the view from the top simply spectacular! So grab your rain jackets, lace up those shoes and follow us #IntoTheWild!

About the trek:

Difficulty level: Easy-Moderate

Base village: Diksal

Summit height: 2,625 ft

Time taken to climb/descend: 3-4 hrs climb / 1.5 hrs descent

The total distance of trek: 8 km

Duration: 1 day

Meeting point: Bhivpuri stn ticket counter (Sunday 8:00 am)

Departure point: Neral stn ticket counter (Sunday 6:00 pm)

Itinerary:

08:00 am: Board the 6:10 am Karjat (Fast) from CST on Sunday morning and meet the Vagabond team at Bhivpuri station ticket counter by 8:00 am.

08:15 am: We head towards Diksal village and nourish ourselves with some breakfast.

09:30 am: After a round of introductions and getting to know each other a little bit, we make our way towards Garbett plateau. On our way, we will cross the pristine Dhom lake and a few villages. Feel free to whip out those phones and Go Pros to capture your rainy weekend outdoors.

01:30 pm: On reaching Garbett plateau, we will take a lunch break and spend some time here. The lush green panoramic view that surrounds us is one of the many reasons that the Sahyadris are a hotspot for trekkers during the monsoons.

03:00 pm: We make our way towards Garbett point and onwards to Dasturi. You can grab roasted corn and 'chai' for a perfect end to the trek.

04:00 pm: We board our taxis and make our way towards Neral station.

05:00 pm: Adios! Back to the mundane city life. Until next time, Vagabonds!

Inclusions:

-Transport from Matheran to Bhivpuri station (private vehicles)

-Breakfast

-Trek guide charges

-Energy bar

-Vagabond representatives

-First Aid assistance

-Vagabond merchandise

Things to carry/wear:

-Packed lunch

-Drinking water (minimum 2 ltr)

-Rainwear (raincoat / poncho / rain jacket)

-Sturdy shoes with grip

-Slippers

-Trekking pole (optional but very useful)

-Sweets/energy bars/Glucon D (optional)

-Camera (optional)

For further inquiries:Whatsapp/call: 740 005 4929 / 986 795 2811

Please note:

-Please DO NOT miss the 6:10 am Karjat Fast from CST station. Feel free to board this train from any other station (Byculla 6:18 am, Dadar 6:24 am, Kurla 6:31 am, Ghatkopar 6:35 am, Thane 6:49 am) but it WILL be crowded and if you miss this train, you will NOT be able to join us for the trek. Meet us at Bhivpuri stn ticket counter by 8:00 am. Plan accordingly.

-Please carry packed lunch that will not get spoilt. If you do not want to carry lunch, you could carry snacks and eat lunch once we reach Matheran market (around 3 pm)

-Please make sure you have good rain gear to protect yourself and your bag from getting wet.

-This is a trek and not a nature trail, we will be ascending and descending slopes through the course of the trek.

-Please wear sturdy closed footwear with good grip and one that won't tear.

-Do not carry sling bags or any bag that dangles. Try keeping your hands free at all times.

-For those of you who haven't trekked before, don't worry, we at Vagabond encourage you to take your time and have a great experience climbing with us. A Vagabond trek isn't about speed, it's about the group experience. For those of you who have trekked before, we encourage you to encourage the beginners and help them through the way.

Cancellation Policy:

-Cancellations made 7 days or more in advance of the event date will incur a 50% cancellation fee.

-Cancellations made within 3 - 6 days will incur a 70% cancellation fee.

-Cancellations made within 48 hours to the event will receive no refund.

Terms and Conditions

-All timings and activities are subject to weather, group size, capabilities of participants, etc.

-Vagabond holds the right to cancel the event due to unforeseen circumstances (for eg. unfavorable weather)

-By registering for this trip, you agree to have read through and abide by the Vagabond terms & conditions mentioned below:

I HEREBY AGREE, UNDERTAKE AND DECLARE AS FOLLOWS:

IN CONSIDERATION of being permitted to the Vagabond trip/event/trek/activity, hereinafter referred to as Activities conducted by Vagabond, (Hereinafter referred to as the Conductor, under the guidance of Elton Dmello and/or Shannon Fernandes and/or Shajin Shaji and/or Nihar Nair, hereinafter jointly referred to as the Instructors, I do hereby:

Acknowledge and agree that I am aware of the risks involved in the Activities and have also been apprised by the Conductor through his/her Instructors of the inherent risks and dangers associated with the activity and having understood the risks associated with the activity I have willingly agreed to learn/agree to send my ward to learn and participate in the Activities.

I assure that I am / my ward is in proper and good health and I am / my ward is physically fit to learn and also participate in the activity and represent that I am / my ward is not suffering from any disease which might remotely either put myself / my ward or the other participants at any risk or danger;

I agree to comply with the stated terms and conditions of participation; further, agree and warrant that if at any time when the Instructors believe and think that any conditions to be unsafe, they will have the right to ask me / [my ward] to discontinue further participation in the Activities immediately;

I shall not hold the conductor, instructors, employees, other participants, owners, lessors or anyone responsible for any injury that might happen to me / my ward in the course of my journey to the venue and my journey backward;

I hereby release, discharge and agree not to sue the conductor, Instructors, employees, any sponsors, advertisers, other participants, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises on which the Activity takes place, from all liability, claims, demands, losses, injuries, damage to property or other damages caused or alleged to be caused on my account / on account of my ward in whole or in part by the bonafide errors of the Instructors.

I have read this letter and I fully understand its terms; I also understand that this letter intends to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the largest extent allowed by law and agree that if any portion of this agreement is held to be not valid, the balance shall continue in full force and effect.

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A Vagabond Experience isn't just one where you pack your bags and go visit a place outdoors. It's more than that. At a Vaga' experience, you meet new like-minded people and create bonds in comfortable social spaces that would last you a lifetime. By facilitating our understanding and appreciation for community living, we help you take a trip not only outwards but inwards too.

We lead treks, camps, river rafting trips, backpacking trips to Himachal, musical experiences all year round.

For further inquiries:Whatsapp/call: 740 005 4929 / 986 795 2811

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